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Pixar’s Inside Out 2 Breaks Box Office Records as Highest-Grossing Animated Film
Discover how Pixar’s Inside Out 2 shatters box office records to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time. Explore the magic behind its success and the emotional journey that captivated audiences worldwide.
Pixar’s Inside Out 2 Sets New Milestone in Animation
Pixar’s highly anticipated sequel, Inside Out 2, has made history by becoming the first animated film to surpass the remarkable $1 billion (€894.3 million) mark at the international box office. This groundbreaking achievement was reported by Hollywood news site Deadline, highlighting the film’s impressive ability to resonate with audiences worldwide.
The coming-of-age adventure crossed this monumental threshold after accumulating an additional $9.1 million (€8.1 million) internationally over the weekend. The film’s success places it among an elite group of just 12 films that have reached this coveted milestone, with Inside Out 2 being the sole animated feature in this prestigious club. Other notable films in this exclusive category include:
- Avatar and its sequel Avatar: The Way of Water
- Titanic
- Avengers: Endgame
- Avengers: Infinity War
- Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens
While these impressive box office figures signify global success, the film’s top international markets have been particularly noteworthy. The leading countries contributing to its earnings include:
- Mexico: $102.2 million (€91.4 million)
- Brazil: $80 million (€71.5 million)
- The United Kingdom: $72.7 million (€65 million)
- France: $62.6 million (€56 million)
- South Korea: $60.8 million (€54.4 million)
According to BoxOfficeMojo, which meticulously tracks box office revenue, Inside Out 2 has also garnered an impressive $646.3 million (€578 million) within U.S. cinemas alone. The film officially claimed the title of the highest-grossing animated film of all time back in July 2024, surpassing the previous record held by Frozen II, which had maintained its position since 2019.
This sequel to Pixar’s critically acclaimed and commercially successful 2015 original continues the endearing journey of young Riley as she navigates the challenges of high school. The film explores how this pivotal life stage affects the anthropomorphized versions of her emotions, brought to life by a talented ensemble cast featuring Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, and Ayo Edebiri.